Step 2

With a 1/2-inch seam allowance, machine-stitch the perimeter of the stocking, leaving the top unsewn. Trim the seam allowance along the toe's curves to prevent puckering and bulk. Turn stocking right side out.

Step 3

Fold cuff piece in half crosswise; pin where the ends meet. Machine-stitch along ends with a 1/4-inch seam allowance; do not turn right side out. Slip the straight (nonicicle) edge of the cuff about 2 inches inside the stocking, aligning cuff's seam with stocking's heel-side seam (2). Pin to secure. Machine-stitch along top of stocking with a 1/2-inch seam allowance. Turn down cuff.

Step 4

Fold velvet ribbon in half. Machine-stitch along ends to create a loop. Stitch loop inside cuff, next to seam.